Robotics at Wellington Catholic DSB

Wellington Catholic DSB’s award-winning robotics program offers secondary students a unique hands-on learning experience with mentorship from industry professionals. Since launching in 2008, the Wellington Catholic DSB FIRST Robotics team has become the largest and most decorated club in the region, having participated in nearly 50 competitions across Canada and the US including the title of FRC World Champions in 2023.

Full details about Wellington Catholic DSB's Robotics programs are available here.

 

FIRST Robotics Club

Robotics competition

Calling all secondary students – registration for the 2025-26 team is now open! We are excited to welcome new members to our FIRST Robotics team. Grade 9-12 students from Our Lady of Lourdes, St. James, St. John Bosco, and Bishop Macdonell Catholic High Schools are invited to participate in this award-winning program. No experience is needed – whether you are starting out fresh or building on existing skills, this is your chance to learn, grow, and compete in robotics!

The team provides skill building opportunities in Design, Electronics, Programming, and Manufacturing, supported by dedicated mentorship from industry professionals. There are also opportunities to support the team through Media, Marketing, and Business roles where working on the physical robot is optional. Everyone works together to strategize, design, and compete in exciting, fast-paced robotics matches where teamwork and innovation drive success.

Robotics club will run from October 2025 through April 2026. The program will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 - 8:30 PM, and on Saturdays from 10 AM – 4 PM.

Regular meetings will begin on October 14th. Students are welcome to join after the introductory meetings as well.

Registration

To sign-up for the team or learn more about the program, please contact Mr. Szugyi.
Additional information about Wellington Catholic DSB’s FIRST Robotics team can be found on the Beaverworx website.

 

Robotics Credit for Grades 9 and 10 Students

New this year, Grade 9 and 10 students can earn their mandatory tech credit (TAS 20) through an after-school robotics course. The program is available to students at Our Lady of Lourdes, St. James, and Bishop MacDonell Catholic High Schools. Students who are enrolled in the course are welcome to also participate in the FIRST Robotics team.

The course will include a mix of in-person and e-learning instruction. Classes will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 - 7:30 PM, and on Saturdays from 10 AM - 1PM. E-learning will take place remotely to supplement days when students are unable to attend in person.

Please book an appointment with your school’s Guidance team for more information.

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